Newbie here and first time poster…Been wanting to purchase an old restored (not repro) gas pump for some time and just haven’t found anything at the right price point (may just be realizing what some of these restored gas pumps fetch).
However, just came across a few gas pumps that an individual is looking to sell (Fry 73, G&B 176, Wayne 515) and trying to decide what a fair offer would be.
I received the following from the owner:
“Each of the 3 visibles has its original pump handle. Cylinders are not etched. Cylinders are almost perfect. No cracks,chips bb holes etc. The pumps are all missing the gallon markers and most of those fill pipes (simple plumbing supply item) 2 blue and 1 clear cyl. (12x27 for Fry). No hoses, nozzles, or globes. Metal on all is very good. A dent here, a rust spot there .”
Was hoping someone could give me a ballpark price in regards to an offer?...I’m also assuming the guts of these pumps are not critical?...And from what I read on this forum they are typically removed when displaying within a house. When completed (incl. globe) what is the typical height for each of these pumps?
I’m also thinking about restoring myself and trying to get an understanding if this is a good idea?...Or if I should have someone else restore after I purchase?...Any insight or questions I should ask prior to purchase would be much appreciated.
Of course, I will have some questions if I actually do restore myself but those can wait till after purchase. Thanks all.
